Finding God in Our Pain

Sherrie Pilkington
  • 5.0(22개의 평가)
  • 기독교
  • 월 2회 업데이트
Finding God in Our Pain

Where is God when evil seems to be winning? Why would a good God allow such pain and suffering? This podcast takes a deep dive into our real life pain and looks for signs of life in the ashes.

  1. 4일 전

    Letting God Rewrite Trauma and Abuse, with LaShaundra Barnes

    Life can be difficult, painful and cruel but my guest LaShaundra Barnes is experiencing great joy in the midst of her real life challenges. A single mom of special needs children, recovering from several forms of abuse, God’s presence has LaShaundra describing herself as blessed. Listen in to find out how that it is possible to find the joy that surpasses our human understanding in the very midst of suffering.

    1시간 11분

  2. 11월 6일

    From Bartender to Nun, to Bartender to Transformed, God never gives up!

    In a heartfelt conversation, Gina Economopoulos shares her journey from a traditional Catholic upbringing in a large family to finding a deeper faith and purpose in life. She talks about her experiences as the seventh child among eight siblings and how she transitioned from a social work degree to bartending, a job that suited her outgoing personality. Gina candidly discusses her struggles with alcoholism, which began in college, and how it was a means to numb her insecurities and pain. Gina also discusses her spiritual journey, highlighting the loss of her mother and she explains how her mother’s death led her to question the meaning of life and propelled her commit herself to God and join a convent. Gina recounts her time as a nun, where she experienced both joy in serving people and deep suffering within the convent. Her eventual departure from the convent was a pivotal moment that led her to a closer relationship with God. She shares how her faith was strengthened through the 12-Step program called The Rooms, and how that journey helped her to truly understand the heart-to-heart connection with God.

    54분

  3. 10월 23일

    Discovering God Through RevelationShip, with Cathy Garland

    Guest, Kathy Garland, shares her journey of faith and resilience through significant life challenges, including divorce, child loss, and a severe car accident. Despite these hardships, Kathy maintains her faith and introduces the concept of ”revelationship,” a term that emerged from a moment during a discussion with interns at her father’s church. This term encapsulates the process of deepening one’s relationship with God by recognizing and engaging with His revelations in various aspects of life, from scripture to creation, and even through suffering. Kathy emphasizes that theology is practical and that understanding God’s nature and revelations can profoundly impact one’s faith journey.

    1시간 8분

  4. 10월 9일

    The Trouble with Jesus, Navigating Faith with Constance Hastings

    My guest, Constance Hastings, the author of ”The Trouble with Jesus: Considerations Before You Walk Away,” stops by to discuss her book, which explores controversial topics in faith and theology. Constance shares her personal experiences with faith, prayer, and the transformative power of God’s love. We then explore themes like the authenticity of the scriptures, the importance of respectful conversations about faith, and the role of prayer in aligning oneself with God’s will. Along with those topics we also discuss the misconception of God as a divine fixer and the cultural hijacking of the concept of love. Constance emphasizes the necessity of knowing God to truly understand love and the significance of having a relationship with Him.

    1시간

  5. 9월 25일

    Finding Hope in the Ashes with Lea Turner

    Through multiple personal losses and hardships, including the death of loved ones, cancer, her son’s addiction, and a house fire, guest, Lea Turner emphasizes the importance of being honest with God about one’s pain and questions, even when they are not considered godly. Leah highlights that true intimacy with God develops through these trials, and she shares that documenting moments of joy and reaching out to friends have been essential practices for her during tough times. She also stresses that God provides comfort and signs of hope, like the butterflies she saw amidst the ashes of her destroyed home.

    1시간

  6. 9월 11일

    Navigating the Journey to Spiritual Maturity, with Dr. Sheila Jackson

    My guest, Dr. Sheila Jackson delves into the topic of spiritual maturity and the challenges believers face in their journey with Christ. Our discussion also touches on the relevance of faith and prayer in a believer’s life. Dr. Sheila highlights the significance of submitting one’s will to God and trusting in His plan, even when it requires personal sacrifice. Part of our conversation addresses the significance of spiritual dreams and visions. Dr. Sheila explains that dreams and visions connect believers to the spiritual realm and can serve as a way for God to communicate His intentions. She and I both share personal experiences of surrendering to God’s will and the profound rewards that come from obedience and deeper intimacy with Him. The conversation reveals the struggles and the ultimate joy found in fully relying on God’s guidance.

    1시간 1분

  7. 8월 28일

    Joining Jesus Christ in His Pursuit of Your LBGTQ Identified Child, With Melinda Patrick

    Guest, Melinda Patrick shares a thoughtful conversation about her experiences as a mother of a daughter who identifies as LGBTQ. Melinda delves into practical advice for parents struggling with similar situations, including the necessity of not trying to ”fix” their children but instead loving them and supporting them through their journey. Melinda recounts how her own journey has deepened her faith and transformed her understanding of God’s love and grace. The conversation underscores the importance of trusting God with the ultimate responsibility for their children’s lives and the significance of pursuing Jesus above all else. Melinda also highlights the need for community and resources to support parents, emphasizing that healing and transformation are long-term processes guided by faith and God’s timing.

    1시간 13분

  8. 8월 14일

    Micro Moments With God to Grow Relationship Intimacy

    In this episode, host Sherrie Pilkington explores the profound impact of the Bible study titled ”Do You Love Me? Exploring Our Relationships with God and Others” by Debbie Swindall, published by Grafted Life Ministries. Sherrie shares how the study, facilitated by her friend Amy Heilman from Breathe Deep Ministries, has deepened her intimacy with God, highlighting the simplicity yet profound nature of knowing God. Sherry emphasizes that true spiritual growth and healing come from intentionally making time to engage with God, particularly in moments of pain and suffering. She discusses her personal journey of finding healing through Theophastic Prayer and the importance of being still to hear God’s voice, especially in times of emotional and mental struggle.

    22분
모두 보기(100개)

5
최고 5점
22개의 평가

소개

Where is God when evil seems to be winning? Why would a good God allow such pain and suffering? This podcast takes a deep dive into our real life pain and looks for signs of life in the ashes.

정보

  • 제작진
    Sherrie Pilkington
  • 방송 연도
    2020년 - 2024년
  • 에피소드
    100
  • 등급
    전체 연령 사용가
  • 저작권
    © Copyright 2020 All rights reserved.
  • 웹사이트 보기
    Finding God in Our Pain

좋아할 만한 다른 항목

무삭제판 에피소드를 청취하려면 로그인하십시오.

이 프로그램의 최신 정보 받기

프로그램을 팔로우하고, 에피소드를 저장하고, 최신 소식을 받아보려면 로그인하거나 가입하십시오.
국가 또는 지역 선택

아프리카, 중동 및 인도

아시아 태평양

유럽

라틴 아메리카 및 카리브해

미국 및 캐나다